1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
